HVAC Technician at Luna Heating Air Solar
at Luna Heating Air Solar in Fredericksburg, VA
About This Program
Luna Heating Air Solar, an employer sponsor based in Fredericksburg, VA, offers a registered non-union HVAC Technician apprenticeship. Apprentices receive pay throughout the program while gaining practical experience in HVAC and solar-related heating and cooling systems.
This four-year apprenticeship includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Working with experienced technicians, apprentices learn to install, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC systems, including air conditioning, heating units, heat pumps, and ventilation equipment. Classroom instruction covers refrigerant handling, system controls, electrical fundamentals, and energy-efficient technologies.
Upon graduation, apprentices earn journey-level status and are prepared for careers in a trade that continues to grow with expanding demand for energy-efficient HVAC solutions. Luna Heating Air Solar's inclusion of solar technologies gives completers an added skill set relevant to today's evolving home comfort industry.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
4 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
HVAC Technician Career Outlook
National Median
$25.95/hr
~$53,976/yr
Apprentice Start
$16/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
HVAC technician employment is projected to grow faster than average, driven by new construction, system replacements, and the transition to energy-efficient and environmentally friendly equipment. The push toward heat pumps and smart building systems is creating new specialization opportunities. Experienced technicians with strong troubleshooting skills are in high demand across all regions.
What to Expect as a HVAC Technician Apprentice
Duration
4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for HVAC Technician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Virginia
HVAC Technicians in Virginia are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation – Board for Contractors.
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